Complementary Therapies for Pain and Symptom Relief in Breast Cancer: Evidence from Recent Studies

This research synthesizes evidence on the effectiveness and safety of complementary and non-pharmacological interventions—including acupuncture, aromatherapy, music therapy, yoga, Qigong, massage, breathing exercises, and mindfulness-based programs—for managing cancer-related pain, treatment-induced adverse effects, and co-occurring symptoms such as fatigue, sleep disturbance, anxiety, and neuropathy among women with breast cancer.